Record direct to computer in stereo without the need for multi-channel audio interface.

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The MXL 990 USB Stereo Condenser Microphone has an extremely smooth, natural sound quality. Featuring twin 20 mm gold sputtered capsules this pressure-gradient stereo condenser microphone has a 20 Hz-20 kHz frequency response. The 990 USB also has a 3-position, switchable attenuation pad with settings for Hi (0 dB), Medium (-5 dB), and Lo (-10 dB), making it easy to configure the microphone to virtually any sound source. The digital section of the microphone features a 16-bit Delta Sigma A/D converter with sampling rates of 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz. A heavy-duty wire mesh grill with an integrated pop filter protects the instrument's capsule, and an LED activity light aids users in properly orienting the microphone toward the sound source.

Based upon the MXL 990--a top-selling studio condenser microphone--the MXL 990 USB Stereo Condenser Mic supports USB 1.1 and 2.0, and is a plug and play device for both Windows and Macintosh. It requires no special drivers and eliminates the need external mic preamps and mixers. Simply connect the microphone's USB cable to a computer's USB port.

The MXL 990 USB Stereo Condenser Microphone is ideal for location recording and is optimized for capturing a wide range of musical performances--both vocal and instrumental--with stunning realism and broad spatial imaging, thanks to its 90-degree X/Y stereo pick-up pattern. The MXL 990 USB Stereo Condenser Microphone also has a maximum SPL (Sound Pressure Level) rating of 137 dB--making it an excellent choice for capturing loud instruments such as trumpet, saxophone, or electric guitar.

The MXL 990 USB ships with a travel case, a mic stand adapter, a 10-foot USB cable, an owner's manual, and an applications guide.

MXL 990 USB Stereo Condenser Microphone Features:

Connects directly into a computer's USB port
Plug and play device for both Windows and Macintosh
Eliminates the need external mic preamps and mixers
Ideal for location recording
90-degree X/Y stereo pick-up pattern for broad spatial imaging
3-position attenuation pad
LED activity light aids in proper mic orientation toward the sound source
Attractive vintage body style with champagne finish
Includes travel case, a mic stand adapter, a 10-foot USB cable, an owner's manual, and an applications guide
Made with Mogami cable

MXL 990 USB Stereo Condenser Microphone Specifications:

Type: Condenser pressure gradient USB mic twin 20 mm gold sputtered capsules
A/D converter: 16-bit Delta Sigma
Sampling rates: 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz
Polar Pattern: 90-degree X/Y stereo
Frequency Range: 20Hz — 20kHz
SPL: 137dB
Pad: 3-position, switchable attenuation with settings for Hi (0 dB), Medium (-5 dB), and Lo (-10 dB)
Metal Finish: Champagne

MXL 990 USB Stereo Condenser Microphone

3 year parts and labor warranty. (MXL990 and MXL991 have a 1 Year Parts and Labor Warranty)

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